Dates: The Energy of the Desert Through the Eyes of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Dates: The Gift of the Palm Tree

In Arab culture, dates are "the bread of the desert." In Chinese medicine, they are an exceptional tonic for energy and blood.

The Chinese Properties of Dates

Nature: warm

Taste: sweet

Energy meridians: spleen, stomach, kidneys

Efficacy: nourishes energy (qi), nourishes blood, moistens the intestines

Why Are Dates Ideal During Ramadan?

Suhoor: slow-release energy throughout the day

Iftar: gently raises blood sugar after fasting

The Ideal Dosage

3-7 dates per day for a normal person

More for athletes and those suffering from energy deficiency

Less for diabetics

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